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DG08 DFO

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

21,825 mi
Last recorded21,825 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 DFO
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 21,825 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 19,849 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 16,658 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 14,133 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 14,127 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 12,786 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 9,117 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 8,198 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear tyre sidewall slightly perished

Pass 13 Aug 2013 6,844 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 6,844 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 5,486 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 3 Jul 2012 5,486 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 19 Jul 2011 4,184 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-8?

Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
1,329
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Drive chain excessively loose 31
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DG08 DFO is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 15,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 125 V-8 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG08 DFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG08 DFO registered?

DG08 DFO is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 12 July 2008.

Is DG08 DFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 DFO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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